So that explains it.....

Many of you probably read the style bible that is Grazia last week (4th Oct copy). In it, a little article made a lot of sense - well to me at least!

Apparently, when that time of the month is approaching, the change in hormones triggers an urge to shop for 'luxury items'. Don't know about you but it's just shopping in general - usually of the chocolate kind which is weird because I prefer crisps!

The advice those lovely people at Grazia are giving is to lock up your credit cards. Bit too late for me this month after a decadent purchase of some magnificent Kurt Geiger boots. Maybe next month though........

Welcome to the team x

We would like to introduce you to the lovely Laura who has joined the girls at Lily & Beau.

Laura has a background in Fashion and has worked at All Saints, Harrods, Abercrombie to name a few. She has a great eye for design and is looking to create a line of evening dresses that are feminine and sophisticated but that won't break your bank! SO watch this space.....

Laura is wearing one of her own designs in the picture above. If you are interested to talk to her about an individually designed evening dress, pop into the shop or call us on 01423 502444.

All hail the Seamstress!

As many of our customers know, we have a wonderful seamstress who comes to the shop in her nightie if needs be (!) to get your garments altered - not that we would want to encourage her in the winter months.

Pictured here is the lovely Georgina who came to the shop from Birmingham and desperately wanted the gorgeous Designers Remix dress for a wedding. Only problem...she had to go back to Brum and the dress was too big. Jacqueline to the rescue! She dashed in ( not in her nightie this time) and saved the day!

Think we can all agree that Georgina looks simply stunning in this.....bring back the sunshine!

Bubbly is good for you!

Not blogged for a while as we have been so busy with stock arriving in the shop. But on a recent buying trip to Manchester, I was handed a freebie magazine and inside was some great news that we felt we ought to share with our lovely customers....

CHAMPAGNE IS OFFICIALLY GOOD FOR YOU!!

New research has revealed that not only is a glass of champers less calorific than its non-fizzy counterpart (85 calories compared with over 100 for wine) but it is also packed with blood vessel widening plant extract and the same antioxidants found in red wine.

"We have discovered that a couple of glasses of champagne a day has a beneficial effect on the walls of blood vessels, which suggests it has the potential to reduce strokes and heart disease, " says Dr Jeremy Spencer of Reading University.

So there you have it and who are we to argue with the experts?

x

Spring is here - if only in clothing!

Yes, I know it's a wee while since we have blogged. Sorry - it has been busy, busy, busy & I am a social media virgin!

Here we are about to talk about Spring and it's baltic outside! Perhaps we can just use our tights a little longer with the fab new dresses that are rolling in.....?

The good news is that our lovely Spring collections are starting to arrive in store! First out of the blocks is the wonderful DESIGNERS REMIX! I am very excited about this collection for SS10 and the first delivery has proved why I should be so giddy. Drapy t's, sculptural dresses and funky knitwear. Green, blue, white, orange - so much to look at and only the 1st box!

Come in and see us throughout February as new stock set to arrive weekly. x

PS - the website is coming - honestly - will update later this week to let you know live date. Thanks to all our lovely customers who are waiting patiently.

Our website is coming....

Over 700 photos, 300 garments, 50 cups of coffee and goodness knows how many muffins from Jakes - our website is nearing completion. Soon you will be able to shop from the comfort of your own chair (almost a close 2nd to the comfort of our own chairs and sofas in store!).

Huge thanks to the gorgeous Ash who has put up with endless changes, primping and preening and also to Simon for the fabulous shots. Our very own girlies, Charlotte and Priya are also featuring too- watch this space and then let us know what you think x

Belle & Bunty Bride

Inspired by her favourite artist, Tamara de Lempika, our lovely customer Ros Parr chose this fabulous Belle & Bunty silk dress for her big day. The dress reminded Ros of the one in the painting (left)and complete with '40s inspired hair and red lipstick to match, Ros had a fabulous day with her family and friends. Ros and her best friend/bridesmaid, Nina, relaxed at the boutique before the big event, trying out Alexa's new Lava Shell treatment. Congratulations to Ros and all the best for your future. All at Lily & Beau x

Autumn is here

Autumn has arrived, the leaves and the conkers are falling. Time to think about those winter woollies and cosy coats. We now have a lovely selection of both across all the brands so be sure to pop in and find something to snuggle in!

SUMMER SALE IS HERE

sale is now on... reductions upto 40% off summer stock and 10% off dermalogica